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EJ09 KVT

2009 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,159 mi
Last recorded117,159 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford Focus71,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 KVT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 117,159 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 117,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 112,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 112,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 108,475 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 108,475 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 102,085 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 98,559 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 95,075 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 95,075 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 91,796 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 85,836 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 81,218 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 76,013 miles

n/s/r tyre now at 3mm and perishing on side walls 205/55/16

Pass 7 Oct 2015 72,141 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 68,132 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 68,132 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 67,890 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 60,219 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 51,312 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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EJ09 KVT is a 2009 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 71,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ09 KVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 17 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ09 KVT registered?

EJ09 KVT is a 2009 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is EJ09 KVT safe to buy?

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